The CMR-202 Rail Master™ Universal Tactical Light is a powerful instantly activated weapon light for Picatinny or Weaver rail-equipped pistols, rifles, and shotgns. The CMR-202 is an excellent addition to the extremely popular Rail Master family of products. Novice and expert users alike will appreciate the ultimate in versatility and dependability, including adjustable activation locations and a compact, rugged design.

The 100 Lumen LED White Light provides 2 hours of run time on (1) CR2 Lithium Battery. Activation is instant, with ambidextrous switches, and the light features an Auto Shut Off feature at 5 minutes to preserve battery life.

The CMR-202 Rail Master™ Universal Tactical Light is a powerful instantly activated weapon light for Picatinny or Weaver rail-equipped pistols, rifles, and shotgns. The CMR-202 is an excellent addition to the extremely popular Rail Master family of products. Novice and expert users alike will appreciate the ultimate in versatility and dependability, including adjustable activation locations and a compact, rugged design.

The 100 Lumen LED White Light provides 2 hours of run time on (1) CR2 Lithium Battery. Activation is instant, with ambidextrous switches, and the light features an Auto Shut Off feature at 5 minutes to preserve battery life.

*Most other rail-equipped pistols with a minimum of 1 1/16" from recoil lug.

Product Type

Rail Master®

Material

Polymer

Attachment

Accessory Rail

Activation Location

Switch Activation

Battery Type

One CR2 Lithium Battery

Laser Battery Life

Over Four Hours

Activation Mode

Switch Activated

Finish

Polymer Housing

Installation

User Installed

Color

Black

Light Output

100 Lumen LED White Light

Light Specs

100 Lumen LED

PERFECT!!! Review by mweaver0311

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I bought this light for my Baretta 92A1 without reading reviews (which is not typical of me) and I am glad that I did. It was easy to instal and seems very sturdy. I am pleasantly surprised at how bright it is. It lights up my barn from about 30-40 yards away and I can still see my CT laser grip. I messed around with the activation switch a little bit and was happy with the ease of access for a right handed shooter. I was unaware that it had multiple settings until I started reading other reviews before posting my own. I think the mode switch program is genius. It really irritates me when I turn on my LED flashlight and it is strobing like crazy and I have to cycle through the remaining programs to get constant on high. With this product you set the mode you want and it is there every time you need to turn it on. I have not yet fired my weapon using the light, but will soon. I am also unaware of battery usage yet as I just received my light today, but I am confident CT has fixed any issues with this downfall as they had my laser grip before I even ordered it. Hats off to you Crimson Trace and the outstanding products you develop and sell. (Posted on 3/16/2017)

Great Product Review by Kevin

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Great light for the night stand defense pistol. lights up enough to see the white dots on the sight. (Posted on 3/15/2017)

Good but not reliable. Review by Justinw

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First off, I love this light, the design is amazing and it is super easy to use. My issue with it is my battery will not last. I could understand that under a lot of use that I would have to change the battery often, but I will install a new battery, turn the light on and off to see it working, then put my gun in my safe. Two days later my battery is dead. I have even tested it by taking the light off of my gun and keeping it on the table to confirm that it is off. This has happened multiple times and I can't justify putting a new battery in every two days for this light. (Posted on 1/4/2017)

Works as advertised! Review by Chim

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Use it on my bedside gun and I love it. There are stronger lights out there, but this one is perfect for my application. Down side? On/ Off button is overly sensitive, it turns on with the lightest touch! Otherwise, a great light. (Posted on 7/9/2016)

REALLY NICE LIGHT and holsters ARE available Review by barbarosa

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First off, it is an excellent light matched by the finest customer service you will ever find. As for holsters, "Google" Black Hills Gunleather and when contacting them direct phone calls or emails to Rudy Lozano. He hand crafts wet molded holsters for ANY FIREARM IN ANY CONFIGURATION YOU DESIRE.......and though each holster is hand crafted by EXTREMELY skilled leather crafters the price is AMAZINGLY affordable. When you get the holster you will have a break in period that when achieved you will own the finest holster one can find on this planet and the choices range from IWB with or without a retention strap or OWB with or without a retention strap and, if you have a little extra money you can even go with "exotic" hides. SUPERB ART is what Black Hills Gunleather produces. Trust me, I own 5 of Mr. Lozano's holsters and love EVERY ONE. Just get on their mailing list if you have some time and sales are usually held just before most holidays........and sometimes just out of the blue. Your email address will NEVER be sold but by all means at LEAST get on the companies email list or better yet, view the website, choose a holster, supply the requested info but, in the case of a weapon light it might be best to call and order but trust me, Mr. Lozano and Black Hills Gunleather WILL make a holster for any need. Tell them "Dennis from Independence, WI" referred you. I have referred several people to Black Hills Gunleather and EVERYONE is astounded at the holsters they receive. (Posted on 5/21/2016)

Good light, eats batteries Review by RickRuger

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Overall nice light. Quick release would be nice. Loves batteries even when stored. (Posted on 4/19/2016)

great light Review by Robin

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this is a great light works really good on my sr40c down fall I haven't found a houlster that will fit wepon and light the switch on the light was a little difficult to figure out how to change the lights function (Posted on 12/6/2014)

Waiting on replacement Review by txj0311

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I purchased the CMR-202 and I was able to fit it onto to my handgun pretty easily and securely.. overall it seems like a good, solid compact weapon light. There of course are the common gripes most people have about holster options that actually fit with the unit attached to the weapon, which of course is not Crimson Trace's fault (they're in the light business, not holster business) and/or the current lack of a quick detach mounting option.

I took it to the range today to test it out to make sure it functioned as expected under the stress/power of firing my weapon. Unfortunately after 3 rounds the unit shut off by itself. I turned it back on and tried it again to make sure I wasn't inadvertently turning it off with my finger, with the same thing happening multiple times (typically after 3-5 rounds).

The good news is that I called customer service and their service was outstanding! Without hesitation the said they'd be sending out a brand new CMR-202 unit along with a pre-paid envelope to return the old, defective unit. I'll update this review once I receive the new unit and let you know how it works out. (Posted on 8/23/2013)

Excellent product but needs minor tweaks. Review by Jason

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The light is extremely sturdy and the output is just right! Perfect spread on the beam vs my TLR-1 which is more focused. However I would have preferred it if they would change the screws used to allen style screws so it is sturdier vs the flat head screw they currently use. Maybe also experiment with the attachment method or offer a QD style mount perhaps. (Posted on 7/19/2013)

Wife loves it on her Ruger SR22 Review by Donald

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I got yhis laser for my wife 's SR22 and she loves the way it has improved her sight picture and has increased her center mass hits from what she was doing prior to the addition of her laser.
I can't wait to add one to my Springfield 45. (Posted on 5/26/2013)

Need light and red sight in single unit Review by gjb

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It would be ideal to have the light and either the red/green sight in a single unit. This is great rail unit, (Posted on 5/18/2013)

nice Review by Js

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Bought for my px4 9mm, looks awesome. Works awesome. High quality and different sized inserts to fit your needs and gun. Just found a site that makes holsters to fit the gun and your new shiny light in as well.. Multiholsters.com (Posted on 3/17/2013)

The product itself works great. Easy installation, bright light, good controls. My complaint is I stick it in my pants to conceal it and the light comes on and wastes my batteries if it bumps against something. I'm considering taking it off my concealed weapon because what if someone sees my pants glowing and assume I have a weapon? A disabling switch would've been a good idea.
Also, the cosmetic appearance looks a little childish with the designs on the front. (Posted on 3/4/2013)

The right light for me! Review by Cory

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I purchased the CMR-202 for my Springfield sc9mm a few months back and have waited to leave a review until I had time to fully get a feel for it. Let me tell you this; the Railmaster is the first tactical light that I have ever purchased, and I would repeat that purchase in a heartbeat. It is very bright, ergonomic, easy to use, and like a previous reviewer stated "looks like it came factory with my gun". Keep the great products coming Crimson Trace! (Posted on 2/26/2013)

Awesome Review by Tim

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Bought an SR9c this weekend and it came with this light. AWESOME!!! Cannot believe how bright and light it is. No noticeable weight difference. Insanely bright. It actually looks like it is part of the gun and not an add on. If you are looking for a light, buy this. You won't regret it. (Posted on 2/25/2013)

Love The Bright Light. Excellent Product Review by Anthropologist27

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I bought a ruger for self defence/protection and it came with this light installed on the rail. I took it off so I could use the gun at the range and use it as a fast flashlight at night for right now. But it gets the job done. put it back on and it works great. (Posted on 2/17/2013)

Cycling difficult Review by Harvey

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My first thirty rounds shot from a Beretta Px4 .40 compact, shook loose one of the front battery screws. I'll re-tighten it. Someone suggested Crimson Trace has this problem and to use superglue. That would make it difficult to change the battery.
My biggest problem is cycling through the different light choices. It is not intuittive and the steady on needs to be tapped three times before it comes on, as opposed to the flashing light which only needs one tap. I rated it 3 stars because I had high expectations of Crimson Trace. I have a CMR- 203 laser for my CZ 07 Duty, and it works like a charm. (Posted on 1/26/2013)

great light but not perfect Review by bds

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i love this light but have a few gripes about the availability of holster options and the lack of a quick release feature. The light works very well It is extremely bright, lighweightt, and has great ergonomics and looks on my ruger sr9c. However it has been nearly impossible to find any other holster options other than a owb universal cordura model. Although not ideal, I wouldn't mind installing/uninstalling each night /morning to fit another holster if it featured a quick realease. It is easy to install out of the box, but inconvenient to perform daily. I've found it to be nn excellent product with limited application. (Posted on 1/17/2013)

own both Crimson Trace and Blackhawk rail mount lights Review by BC

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Mounting of both lights is quick and simple ,blackhawk maybe a little easier. The crimson trace light focus and brghtness is tighter . The weight of crimson trace is less and switch is better placed for actvation onehanded. A holster to fit crimson trace CMR-202 would make this light the top dog in this field. (Posted on 10/20/2012)

Another Outstanding Product Review by ajc451

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I am a firm believer in Crimson Trace products. I own 5 rear activation lasers for my Glocks, one Laserguard for my Kel-Tec P32 first gen, two Laserguards for Glocks and two Lightguards for Glocks. Yup I own a lot of Glocks! These products are outstanding and I am and author and instructor of self defense of all types.

I purchased the Rail Master to be installed on yet another Glock. It fits fine and the tactical use of the strobe effect is awesome. I ordered a kydex Viridian belt holster for use with their X5L laser. This holster fits perfect with the Rail Master installed. There is no looseness and fit like it was made specifically for a Glock 17/19 with a Rail Master.

I will probably order additional Rail Masters for my tactical rifles and shotguns. It is that good! (Posted on 10/3/2012)

Excellent weapon light! Review by Jeff Quinn, gunblast.com

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The CMR-202 comes with four different rail adaptors, to fit most any railed weapon. Activation is very easy, with ambidextrous switches to activate the light. The CMR-202 can run in three modes; constant “ON”, strobe, or pulsed; staying on only when the switch is pressed inward. On a handgun, the switch is positioned to fall right under the trigger finger as the weapon is drawn from its holster, providing an almost instant activation if needed.
The CMR-202 is easy to install, and comes with battery, which reportedly has a life of about four hours run time. All that is needed to install is a screw driver. I tried the Rail Master light on three different handguns, all with varying rail designs, and also on a Picatinny-railed hand guard on an AR-15. On every weapon tried, it fit well and worked perfectly.
One great benefit, and it would have been a deal-breaker for me, is that the light works as designed without interfering with a Crimson Trace Lasergrip. All of my fighting handguns wear Lasergrips, and adding the bright white light does not hinder the use of the CT Lasergrip at all.
The only consideration when using the CMR-202 is that the holster will need to be designed to accommodate a light. Other than that, it is unobtrusive, and the weight is negligible. (Posted on 7/14/2012)